Students

Wednesday, April 12, 2023 New ASUN task force aims to create spaces, advocate for low-income students

[Daily Nebraskan] The needs of low-income students at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln are now being prioritized by a new student government task force.

The spring game is just one of many great events to check out on campus and around Lincoln this month.

Monday, April 10, 2023 Five things to do: Get a pigskin fix and enjoy the outdoors in April

Spring has officially arrived, as has the final stretch of the academic year. Before finals and summer break, be sure to take some time to enjoy the warming weather by checking out these great things to do in April.

Friday, April 7, 2023 Photo of the Week: I Love NU

Paul Pechous (left), incoming president of the Association of Students of the University of Nebraska, high-fives Herbie Husker at the Nebraska State Capitol. Employees, alumni and supporters of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln and the NU system showed up to the capitol for April 5’s “I Love NU” Day.

Friday, April 7, 2023 Luminarias shine messages of support during Sexual Assault Awareness Month

[Daily Nebraskan] Paper bag luminarias lit up The Crib at the Nebraska Union with messages of support for survivors of sexual assault as part of the Shine a Light of Support event hosted by the Center for Advocacy, Response and Education.

Foodtrucks are pictured outside of Willa S. Cather Dining Complex for the RHA's Battle of the Halls competition on Thursday, March 30, 2023, in Lincoln, Nebraska. [photo by Emma Storms | Daily Nebraskan]

Friday, April 7, 2023 Battle of the Halls competes to strengthen community

[Daily Nebraskan] The Residence Hall Association’s first Battle of the Halls encouraged competition and community with activities such as a trivia night, food trucks, a dodgeball tournament and comedian Ryan Kelly.

Yousra Abdulrazig stands in front of the Nebraska Union. Her study abroad opportunity to India has helped shaped her academics and her involvement across the remainder of her college career.

Thursday, April 6, 2023 Abdulrazig brings lessons from teaching abroad to TRIO

After teaching abroad in India through the College of Education and Human Sciences her freshman year, Abdulrazig, a secondary education major, brought the warmth and values she encountered to her involvement with TRIO.

Thursday, April 6, 2023 UNL hosts Cultural Cuisine Night at Cather Dining Hall for “Spring In Paris”

[Daily Nebraskan] The dining event provided cultural immersion experiences by bringing together campus communities in order for them to socially engage, connect and belong.

Tuesday, April 4, 2023 UNL Wildlife Club engages students in conservation

[Daily Nebraskan] Made up of nearly thirty University of Nebraska-Lincoln students, UNL Wildlife Club strives to have its members become more engaged in conservation both on and off campus.

During the Backpack in Black philanthropy concert at the Royal Grove on April 1, 2023, in Lincoln, Nebraska. [photo by Gus Kathol | Daily Nebraskan]

Tuesday, April 4, 2023 Greek organizations put on Backpack in Black philanthropy event

[Daily Nebraskan] Four Interfraternity Council (IFC) fraternities came together to host Backpack in Black, a charity concert, at the Royal Grove. The event was put on by fraternities Beta Theta Pi, Phi Delta Theta, Sigma Phi Epsilon and Pi Kappa Alpha.

Two players fight for the tip-off to start the game with UNL Unified at the UNL Recreation Center on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, in Lincoln, Nebraska. [photo by Evan Dondlinger | Daily Nebraskan]

Monday, April 3, 2023 How UNL Unified is creating inclusive and competitive spaces

[Daily Nebraskan] The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Unified Special Olympics Club is a registered student organization that holds practices for different sports including flag football, soccer and basketball and holds social gatherings to bring together people of varying intellectual and physical abilities.

A contestant gets his head shaved during the Shave for the Brave event at the Willa Cather Dining Center on Thursday, March 30, 2023, in Lincoln, Nebraska. [photo by Kaidence Donahue | Daily Nebraskan]

Monday, April 3, 2023 Students shave their hair for childhood cancer, raise over $9,000

[Daily Nebraskan] St. Baldrick’s Shave for the Brave event raised $9,190 for childhood cancer and had 14 University of Nebraska-Lincoln students shave their hair to spread awareness for childhood cancer.

Participants throw color to start the Holi Festival on Saturday, April 1, 2023 at the Cather green-space. [Photo by Charlee Sharack | Daily Nebraskan]

Sunday, April 2, 2023 Photos | UNL Holi Festival

[Daily Nebraskan] The Indian Students Association and RHA hosted the Holi festival on Saturday, April 1, 2023. Students and participants celebrated by eating traditional Indian cuisine, henna drawing, listening to music, and color throwing at the Cather green space. The celebration focused on the start of spring and participants throw color on each other to celebrate the holiday.

Friday, March 31, 2023 Outdoor Gear Sale: Paddle boards, kayaks, tents, and more available for purchase

Stand up paddle boards, kayaks, tents, and more outdoor gear items will be sold to the public at the annual Used Gear Sale from 4 to 6 p.m. April 7, 2023 at the Outdoor Adventures Center (930 N. 14th Street, Lincoln).

Lauren Krueger and Paul Pechous pose for a photo during ASUN inauguration in the Platte River Room of the Nebraska Union on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 in Lincoln, Nebraska. [Photo by Gus Kathol | Daily Nebraskan]

Thursday, March 30, 2023 New ASUN president and vice president focus on advocating for student needs

[Daily Nebraskan] As both the upcoming President and Internal Vice President of the Association of Students at the University of Nebraska have grown throughout their lives, leadership and a dedication to help their community has been a consistent thread.

A student casts a ballot in Nebraska Union during the 2020 general election Nov. 3, 2020. [Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing]

Wednesday, March 29, 2023 University earns Voter Friendly Campus designation

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln was named a 2023-24 Voter Friendly Campus, one of 258 campuses in 38 states and the District of Columbia by Fair Elections Center's, Campus Vote Project and , NASPA — Student Affairs Administrators.

A prospective Husker and her family poses in front of the iconic "N" statue outside the Wick Alumni Center during Admitted Student Day on March 25. More than 930 prospective students attended, experiencing campus life first hand. [Jordan Opp | University Communication and Marketing]

Wednesday, March 29, 2023 Excitement builds as 900+ prospective Huskers experience campus life

An exclusive sneak peek into college life as a Husker drew more than 900 prospective students to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Admitted Student Day on March 25.

Keynote speaker Amir Sackett speaks during a Women’s History Month celebration event at The Lied Center for Performing Arts on Friday, March 10, 2023, in Lincoln, Nebraska. [phot by Gus Kathol | Daily Nebraskan]

Saturday, March 11, 2023 UNL celebrates Women’s History Month

[Daily Nebraskan] Over 100 students, faculty, staff and community members joined together at the Lied Commons to celebrate the success of women at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

A letter board with the phrase "self care isn't selfish"

Friday, March 10, 2023 Struggling with food: Anorexia, bulimia, binge eating and ARFID – What they are and how to get help

Balanced eating is an eating pattern that incorporates a variety of food groups throughout the day while respecting physical health, mental health, and personal values. Nutrition is not black or white; foods are not good or bad. Focus on recommendations and moderation.

Nebraska's Brandon McMiller (with sign) and his fellow Bathtub Dogs.

Friday, March 10, 2023 McMiller leads Bathub Dogs back into spotlight

As president of the men’s a cappella group, Bathtub Dogs, Brandon McMiller has played a pivotal role in getting the group of talented Huskers back performing in the community and in competition.

Ahmed Alsayid is pictured in front of the Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 in Lincoln, Nebraska. [photo by Emma Storms | Daily Nebraskan]

Thursday, March 9, 2023 The importance of Black RSOs on a predominately white campus

[Daily Nebraskan] African-American students have found ways to make UNL safe and welcoming. There are several Black registered student organizations on campus that each have their own missions and goals.